Sparkly Buttoned Cowl (Free Pattern!)

August 18, 2014

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Whew! It’s been a while since I’ve published a free pattern. Our family is getting ready for a big move, and most days it’s all I can do to keep up with the packing and planning!

This pattern is one I’ve “seen” in my mind for a while now, and I finally had the chance to work it out on paper and make a sample. Ever since I created the Sweet Ocean Breeze Baby Blanket pattern, I’ve known that the stitch combo would make a beautiful scarf. And now that summer is winding down and I’m starting to think about Christmas presents, I’ve decided it’s time to start shifting my focus to my favorite time of year.Because one thing you’ll learn about me, if you’re new around here, is that I. Love. Scarves. I LOVE them! But enough about me.

You’ll need 4 skeins total. Vanna’s Choice Glamour yarn has a reflective thread running through it, which gives this cowl a gorgeous, sparkly finish. It’s a fun, beginner-friendly sport weight yarn, and you can purchase it here! Throw the finished cowl over a dark-colored shirt or dress and you’re ready to go.

Also, here’s a helpful video demonstrating how to actually wear the cowl. Sometimes it’s just easier to see someone put it on. 🙂

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Row 2: Ch2; turn. (Skip next St; 1 SC + 1 DC in next St) across. (Hint: You are working between the SC+DC pairings from the previous row. If you stretch out the row a bit, you'll be able to see the small spaces in which you'll be working. The last two stitches will go in the Ch2 space from the previous row.)

Rows 3-30: Repeat row 2.

Row 31: Ch 1; turn. (Skip next St; 2 SC in next St) across. (You are still working between the SC+DC pairings from the previous row; but note the switch to all SCs in this row.)

Rows 39-40: Ch 1; turn. SC across. Finish off; weave in all ends. Use photos to help you place buttons.

Lay your scarf flat, with the buttonhole at the top left corner. Your first button should be sewn 1 inch (both sides) from the bottom right corner; your second button should be sewn 6 inches from the right edge, 1 inch from the bottom edge (in line with the first button).

To wear: It can feel a bit tricky at first, but the easiest way to visualize how to wear the cowl is to button it before you put it on. The button that is NOT in the corner is the button that will go through the buttonhole. Once you've joined those together, you can slip the corner button through whichever part of the scarf you want to achieve your desired look. (For the photo at the top of the post, I inserted the corner button about halfway down the left edge of the cowl (and by left edge, I am referring to the one on the left in the button photo just above.) Enjoy!

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This is a FREE pattern, and by using it, you’re agreeing to the following legally-protected conditions.

You’re welcome to sell what you make with it; for online listings, please link back to my blog using something like this:

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Little Monkeys Crochet
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Do not copy and paste the pattern onto your own blog, in a Facebook group, or anywhere else. Simply link to this page instead. Anything beyond this is copyright theft. You are welcome to copy/paste it into a document for printing, for personal use only.

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Super cute scarf! This is now my next project. 🙂
I was wondering, however, if I will get the same results using the Caron Simply Soft yarn in lieu of the DK sport weight yarn? I have pweight yarn in my arenty of that. Plus, I can’t seem to find much sport weight yarn in my neck of the woods that’s not baby yarn.

Loved this pattern so much that I worked one up today. 🙂 I *think * I have the buttons figured out right, but when I fasten them I have a lot of the top corner (the one w/o the button hole) left to “tuck” down. Is that how yours is?

Lovely scarf pattern! Just wanted to ask if you’ve washed it and how it held up through the wash? I want to make it for a friend of mine but I’m worried that the metallic thread will not fare too well after it’s been blocked/cleaned…any thoughts? Thanks!!!

I have not washed it. (I never wash my scarves — is that terrible?) 🙂 But the instructions on the yarn say: “Machine wash. Initial water temperature should not exceed 40C or 105F. Dry Clean, any solvent. No bleach product may be used. A machine dryer may not be used. Item may not be smoothed or finished with an iron.”

Whenever I wash crochet items, I play it safe and hand wash / lay flat to dry. 🙂

I have made this but I cannot figure out how to button it. I tried following the directions and even had my 17 year old daughter who is good at this kind of thing try it. I’m wondering what it looks like in the back….I cannot make it look like your picture. (I love the way it looks by the way…just need to figure out how to wear it! LOL)

That’s a good question. It just so happens that I have a 2 year old right here. 🙂 Seeing it on him (don’t tell his friends), I would suggest chaining 71, and removing about 8 rows from rows 3-30. I hope that helps!

Thank you for the free pattern 🙂 I love this look and the pattern is a breeze… done after 6 hrs (on n off). That’s how eager I am to finish it. All buttons done. ..then came the buttoning up.I was left with a bunch to tuck in at the back. I made mine with redheart super saver yarn in charcoal. I’m left with a tennis ball size yarn (hopefully enuf for a headband 🙂 ] I usually try out the pattern on cheaper yarn then I buy the pretty yarns.

Actually, I just tried it with a Christmas present. 🙂 I used Caron’s new sparkle yarn (I think it’s called “party”?) and a K hook. I wish I could tell you how many to chain, but I didn’t write it down and the gift has already been given. Just start with an odd number, and make it as long as the final measurement, which is 29″. You’ll have to guestimate on how tall to make it and where to put the buttonhole, but hopefully that will be a starting point for you. 🙂

Doubling the yarn is actually very easy to do. But if you’re not comfortable with it, you can also use a single strand of thicker sparkly yarn such as Caron’s new metallic line. You’ll probably need to add some stitches to the rows to make it long enough.

Rebecca how kind and generous of you to share this lovely pattern of yours. I am almost finished making mine in Vanna’s Glamour the Sapphire color. It is absolutely beautiful! I am also making one in the platinum. . Thank you for your generosity. The video is absolutely essential, great job!

I love this pattern! This is my new project and I am working on it right now!
I have a couple of questions. I am not familiar with reading the pattern in American standard terms and I am very beginner. So he is my question. Do I need to make a Ch every DC? If not every row has fewer Sts, correct?
If Ch is necessary after every DC, when I go to the next row, do I cover that Ch or do I go inside the Ch (just like when making the 1st row)..
I hope it makes sense…
Thank you!

Thank you for this site. I just now found it.
I so thankful to find a site to help the homeless with hats.
May ABBA-YAHWEH BLESS you and everyone who are crochets hats.
Have you ever thought about hats for ISRAEL?
I don’t have time to crochet hats by the deadline date.
when is the next date?
do you have a pattern for men that does not require crocheting in the round?
MAY GOD BLESS you and all who are crocheting?
Janet

Janet, this is an annual project, so you’ll have another opportunity next spring! I think hats for Israel is a great idea. People all over the world need a little hope and a little warmth. My heart is for Colombia, but I encourage all my readers to use their talents for good in whatever way God is calling them to do so.

I don’t have a hat for men that doesn’t require crocheting in the round, sorry!

Rebecca
I can’t wait to try this pattern, it looks so pretty. I am self taught and sometimes have trouble understanding the instructions but this looks pretty simple. Thank you for sharing your work and expertise.

I love the pattern. Do you have a gauge? I started to crochet with the hook size you mentioned, but I tend to crochet and knit rather tightly and my cowl measured only 22 inches after a couple of rows. Should I just try a needle size up or can I start with a longer chain and add some more rows? By what number do I need to increase the chain to get the pattern? By 2s or 3s?
Thanks so much

Unfortunately this is one of my earlier patterns and is on the list for updating, as I didn’t include all necessary information (such as gauge). All you need to do is make sure your starting CH is about 29″ long, and start with an odd number of CH. The cowl should measure about 12″ tall when complete, so keep a ruler handy as you go.

Hi, I just finished the apple crisp cowl last night. I have been so excited working on it the past few days. I watched the video on how to wear it, but wow, it is confusing; and I have so much bunched up underneath. I haven’t given up yet though – still working with it.

This may be a silly questions. But in the beginning of the pattern you say to hold 2 strands together while chaining 79. Does this mean you use 2 balls of yarn, crocheting as if your using one thick pc of yarn? Also, this is throughout the whole pattern , right?

I love your sparkly cowl pattern, I have made it for my two granddaughters and my friend. They all love it, I still have to try some others of yours, but I just wanted to let you know I think your wonderful

Hello
I love the pattern so much but i don’t really get it , i’m new at this
I wanna make the cowl longer so i chained 120 chains
I made a hdc foundation just to make it easier for me but in row 2 (which is row 1 in the pattern) i don’t know where to start
And i wanna make it start with ch2 and end with hdc
So can u plz help me? ☺

I'm Rebecca, a wife, mom, and tryer-of-new-crafty-things. I love to crochet, and I try to design patterns that the younger generations will love to make and love to wear. You can get to know me a little more here!